Any advice on how to request accommodations for depression and/or anxiety? What documents did you need and what kinds of accommodations did you ask for/receive?

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I think you should start with what accommodation are you looking for and go from there.

I have found people are generally understanding but you need to have a plan and establish boundaries

Really I think the accommodation I would like is to work less hours but i'm afraid they'll say i'm unqualified to be an attorney if i dont hit the billable hours number… i dont know what kinds of accommodations people with anxiety/depression successfully get and im afraid of asking for one without knowing the likelihood of actually getting it.

Does your workplace have some sort of wellness policy? My firm offers medical leave, unpaid leave and a reduced schedule. I would first look at what your workplace offers and contact the appropriate people. I went on medical leave and have been on a reduced schedule and haven't faced any stigma.

I’m pretty sure they do. I just feel stupid asking for medical leave and a reduced schedule so early in my career. I haven’t even been here a year. I know I shouldn’t feel like that but I do 😔

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